White Salmon Valley Pool Metropolitan Park District update — White Salmon’s pool project reached its fall fundraising goal; the board will soon meet with legislators to lobby for the final funding that they need from the state. Construction is expected to begin in 2026. After years, it’s “all coming together,” said Board President Steve Harris. Read the full meeting notes by Documenter Caroline Elliott at columbia-gorge.documenters.org.

Hood River Farmers Market — Gorge Grown Food Network is accepting applications for businesses to attend the Hood River Farmers Market’s regular season, every Saturday, May through November in downtown Hood River. Vendor applications and more information can be found on Gorge Grown’s website, www.gorgegrown.com/farmmarket/vendor. To ensure consideration for the 2026 season, farmers and food vendors should apply by Feb. 12. Artists and craft makers must apply by March 2. Applications may close at any time after deadlines pending capacity. Email HRFM@gorgegown.com or call 541-490-6420 with any questions.